Endotracheal tube with dual port subglottic secretion suctioning

Abstract

The present invention provides in some embodiments, an endotracheal tube with subglottic secretion suction and a detachable suction line. The endotracheal tube is an elongate tube having an outer wall defining an elongate central lumen and an elongate suction lumen. The outer wall also defines an opening to the suction lumen near a distal end of the endotracheal tube An inflatable cuff is attached near a distal end of the elongate tube. The shoulder of the inflatable cuff is inverted in order to increase the diameter of the cuff from its distal end to its proximal end. A diffuser cap is positioned over the opening to the suction lumen and defines a fluid flow path for secretions into the suction lumen through the opening to the suction lumen.

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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides an endotracheal tube that can overcome the problems of the prior art to some extent. This helps to improve the performance of the device and make it more effective in its use.

Problems solved by technology

The technical problem addressed in this patent text is the need to remove subglottic secretions without having to remove the endotracheal tube, in order to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in patients. Current methods of removing these secretions, such as re-intubation or suction, are not ideal. The patent aims to provide a device and method for suctioning these secretions without the need for tube removal.

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